Communicating clearly is one of the best biz/team skills you can develop, and especially critical in remote work. Everyone “knows” it, but few act on it. I want to touch on some of the mental health benefits that clear communications can bring to work. I think it plays a...

A designer I follow (Katie Zhu) has been producing my favorite art lately. It’s a series called “AND ! OR”, a collection of female portraits exploring false dichotomies in daily life. I love these pieces because they’re a constant reminder to myself that it’s totally OK and natural...

At the end of last year, I left a company I loved after 4 years of building. Leaving is never easy or simple, but it was time. I gave myself space, and when I was ready, I started looking for my “next thing.” I spent the first two months of...

Brittany and I are launching a guide to help interaction designers put their best foot forward on their portfolios. It’s not complete, but we’ve heard it’s useful. Here’s the story: Designers shifting into software haven’t had clear guidelines to help them present their work in...

Another week, another few design meetups — it’s lovely chatting with other designers in the flesh. Today I met a graphic designer looking to make the switch to “UI/UX design.” They certainly weren’t the first, nor will they be the last; I found myself answering the same questions...

I had a little secret when I was growing up. This secret is the reason I did well in school. It explains how I succeeded in any sport I tried. It also explains how I could make friends easily. “Wow, you’re so smart! You barely studied and got an...